Senior Counsel, Commercial Transactions

HUB International•Washington, DC

1d•$185,000 - $215,000

About The Position

HUB International is seeking a Senior Counsel, Commercial Transactions to support the day-to-day contractual legal needs of its business units. The role supports HUB’s national practice and represents the company in a range of contractual matters, including insurance brokerage client engagement agreements, nondisclosure agreements, insurance carrier and partner agreements, and other commercial, vendor, and client-facing agreements. The position is suited to a business-friendly attorney who can collaborate on matters ranging from template-based to complex contracts. It may also support corporate initiatives, including insurance and regulatory law matters, through insurance research and other legal work. The Senior Counsel will provide advice, draft and negotiate agreements, and take part in matters across the full contract lifecycle, from formation through termination. The role works with a broad range of internal clients, including senior executives, and manages multiple contracts and projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. It also involves engaging in and driving AI projects at both departmental and enterprise levels. HUB describes its culture as entrepreneurial, collaborative, and client-focused, with an emphasis on learning, development, and career growth. The expected salary range in the listed jurisdictions is $185,000–$215,000, with pay affected by factors including skills, experience, working location, business line, scope, and level. HUB offers a comprehensive benefits and total compensation package, subject to role, location, employment status, and eligibility.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Membership in a State Bar in good standing.
At least six years of experience in a commercial contracts role in-house at a mid- or large-sized company or at a law firm, with a proven record of professional excellence and achievement.
Experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of contracts with clients, vendors, and other third parties.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work independently and within a team.
Experience working effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
A demonstrated record of providing substantive and technical legal advice and support to clients.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and bring them to completion effectively.
Positive client-service attitude.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Good judgment.
Ability to identify legal issues and succinctly summarize key points.
Flexibility and adaptability.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the insurance brokerage industry is strongly preferred.
Competence with AI, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint is preferred.

Responsibilities

Advise on, negotiate, and draft insurance brokerage client engagement agreements, carrier and partner agreements, and other commercial agreements governing vendor and client relationships, consistent with business decisions, policies, legal guidelines, and strategy.
Participate significantly in contractual matters throughout the entire contract lifecycle, from formation to termination.
Assist with insurance and regulatory matters for the U.S. legal practice as needed.
Manage multiple contracts and projects in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
Work with a wide range of internal clients, including senior executives.
Engage in and drive AI projects and initiatives at the departmental and corporate enterprise levels.